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How to Make Applesauce Coffee Cake: A Simple Recipe Guide

Alice
This Applesauce Coffee Cake recipe is a delightful fusion of moist cake and a crunchy, sweet topping. Infused with fresh apples and warm spices, this treat is perfect for cozy mornings or an indulgent dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 275 kcal

Equipment

  • 9x9 inch baking pan (or similar size)
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Grater (if you need to grate the apples)
  • Knife (for slicing or dicing apples)
  • Cooling rack (optional)

Ingredients
  

  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 1/2 tsps baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/4 cups milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla essence
  • 2 1/4 cups diced apples (approximately 2-3 medium apples)

Topping

  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/4 cup melted butter

Instructions
 

  • Gather all your dry ingredients first. This will set the stage for a perfect cake. Here’s what you need:
    2 cups all-purpose flour
    1 teaspoon baking powder
    1 teaspoon baking soda
    1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    ½ teaspoon salt
    1 cup granulated sugar
    In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Whisk them together well. This helps to combine the flavors and ensures the cake rises evenly. Next, add the sugar to the dry mixture. Stir until everything is blended.
    How To Make Applesauce Coffee Cake - Step 1 Prepare The Dry Ingredients
  • Now, it’s time for the wet ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need:
    1 cup unsweetened applesauce
    2 large eggs
    ½ cup vegetable oil
    1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    In another bowl, mix the applesauce, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Beat the eggs lightly before adding them. This makes it easier to blend. Stir the mixture until it is smooth. It should look creamy and well combined.
    How To Make Applesauce Coffee Cake - Step 2 Combine The Wet Ingredients
  • Next, it’s time to add the apples. This step makes the cake even more delicious. Use:
    1 to 1½ cups chopped apples
    Fold the chopped apples into the wet mixture. Make sure they are evenly distributed. This will give your cake a nice fruity flavor. Combine the wet and dry mixtures next. Pour the wet mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing; lumps are okay!
  • A coffee cake isn’t complete without a topping. Here’s what you need:
    ½ cup brown sugar
    ½ cup chopped nuts (optional)
    1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    2 tablespoons cold butter
    In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, nuts, and cinnamon. Cut in the cold butter until it resembles coarse crumbs. This creates a crunchy topping. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the cake batter. It will add flavor and texture to each slice.
    How To Make Applesauce Coffee Cake - Step 4 Make The Topping
  • Finally, it’s time to bake your cake. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan. Pour the batter into the pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes. The cake is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
    Once baked, let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps keep the cake moist. Serve the cake warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your delicious applesauce coffee cake with family and friends!
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